How to Use the Bitly MCP in Cursor

Inject real-time link metrics into your codebase using the Bitly MCP Server and Cursor.

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Connect Bitly MCP to Cursor

Create your Vinkius account to connect Bitly to Cursor and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Shorten URLs while coding in Cursor

Generate new links as you write code by triggering `shorten_url`. You can automate your link creation process and keep your project assets current without context switching. Use `list_bitlinks` to verify your existing URLs. This keeps your project documentation accurate by pulling live data from your account.

Analyze link traffic in Cursor

Ask the agent to explain performance trends using `get_clicks` or `get_referrers` while you debug. Seeing live numbers alongside your code helps you make better decisions about your marketing endpoints. Break down traffic sources by country using `get_countries`. This data feeds directly into your editor, giving you context that static mocks cannot provide.

Manage link groups via Cursor

Switch between your development and production link groups using `list_groups`. It keeps your URL management tied to the specific project you have open. Update your link titles on the fly with `update_bitlink`. You can also generate assets like QR codes for your apps using `create_qr_code` without leaving your IDE.

Setup guide

Set up Bitly MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the Bitly MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent Bitly transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the Bitly tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "bitly-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Bitly MCP in Cursor

Add the server configuration to your .cursor/mcp.json file. Once you save the file, the tools become available in your agent chat.

You can pull detailed click metrics for any link. Just ask the agent to run the analytics tools to see your traffic data.

The server uses your API token to authenticate. It only accesses the links and analytics you explicitly ask the agent to retrieve.

Yes, you can configure the server per project. This ensures your link management is scoped to the code you are currently working on.

Your link IDs and click counts are processed only when you call a tool. The server does not persist or log your private link information.

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